Henry VIII:
  • He ruled England from 1509-1547
  • He became the heir to the throne when his eldest brother ( Arthur) died.
  • He was a Protestant
  • He had a negative impact on England because he moved England into a new government known as "conformity of the mind" or absolutism.
  • His personality energetic and enthusiastic. His intelligence, learning, and curiosity impressed ambassadors. He was also a good musician.
  • He was most famous for having six wifes, executing one, and anyone who disagreed with him.

external image henry.jpg'If a man shall take his brother's wife it is an unclean thing... they shall be childless.'
(this quote by Henry shows how he had little mercy to executing his wife, many people feared him)